Episode 63

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8th Jul 2025

"The Government is really very sensible" - London Borough of Brent

Head of Planning and Development Services David Glover examines aspects of engagement, including AI and digital engagement models (with a shout out for Cornwall Council’s work); how the council involves its communities in creating its Local Plan (and what should happen when a Local Plan is not adopted); and operating a strategic planning committee (and how it anticipates the Government’s planning reforms).

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About the Podcast

1.5m New Homes
Asking what works and what doesn’t in getting new homes built
Each month at 1.5M New Homes, journalist and consultant Toby Fox will be visiting a different council in England to ask what works and what doesn’t in getting new homes built. He'll also be asking what it takes to build a career in public sector housing delivery.

About your host

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Drew Toynbee

Drew is a freelance content creator from the UK, creating audio and video content for audiobooks, podcasts, social media and documentaries for sectors from Weddings to the Space Industry.

When he's not working, you can find him spending time with his family and pets, doing DIY, watching movies, playing Dungeons & Dragons or videogames, or dabbling in a bit of music.

If you need a podcast editor or producer, find more information at drewtoynbee.com